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$98+ Cheap flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego (CID - SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CID — SAN
Nov 1 — Nov 81
Sat 11/1
Sat 11/8
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$98
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$423
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Cheapest flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:55 pmCID - SAN
1 stop6h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/196:19 amSAN - CID
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:37 pmCID - SAN
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/48:25 amSAN - CID
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:00 amCID - SAN
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Sat 11/811:00 amSAN - CID
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/1$277
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/248:21 pmCID - SAN
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/25:41 amSAN - CID
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 10/1$279
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/178:21 pmCID - SAN
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Sun 10/196:41 amSAN - CID
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/30$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:22 pmCID - SAN
2 stops8h 33mDelta
Wed 11/196:30 amSAN - CID
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 10/2$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:22 pmCID - SAN
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Thu 11/207:50 amSAN - CID
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/1$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/236:47 amCID - SAN
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/256:48 amSAN - CID
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:31 pmCID - SAN
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Tue 11/410:30 pmSAN - CID
2 stops11h 15mDelta
Deal found 10/1$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/254:23 pmCID - SAN
2 stops8h 43mDelta
Fri 10/3111:00 amSAN - CID
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/30$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego that are best for you.

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Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 1/31

8:50 am-3:04 pm

1 stop8h 14m

San Diego

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$259

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Fri 11/14

6:05 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 24m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

11:02 am-8:55 pm

2 stops7h 53m

$279

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/17

8:21 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 29m

San Diego

Sun 10/19

6:41 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$281

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

4:22 pm-10:47 pm

2 stops8h 25m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-3:42 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$282

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Wed 11/5

12:31 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops8h 12m

San Diego

Sat 11/8

6:25 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$282

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/15

4:22 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San Diego

Thu 11/20

7:50 am-3:42 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$283

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/6

12:22 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 23m

San Diego

Fri 12/12

2:12 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$288

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 10/20

9:01 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop26h 19m

$98

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/24

12:58 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop27h 56m

$148

Cedar RapidsSan Diego

CID - SAN

CIDSAN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 10/21

2:50 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$187

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cedar Rapids to San Diego in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cedar Rapids-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cedar Rapids-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cedar Rapids-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cedar Rapids-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Price data was last updated on September 26, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cedar Rapids to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CID to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cedar Rapids to San Diego in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cedar Rapids to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated October 2, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,933 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,033 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,155 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,962 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Frontier, and Delta fly from Cedar Rapids to San Diego in about 5h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 56m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1528 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to San Diego round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cedar Rapids to San Diego is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $252 and $276 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 70% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cedar Rapids to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cedar Rapids to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cedar Rapids to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Cedar Rapids to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Cedar Rapids to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Cedar Rapids to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$252Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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